VIENNA, May 31, 2025 – Johann Strauss II’s iconic “Blue Danube” waltz has finally reached space nearly a half-century after missing its chance on NASA’s Voyager spacecraft. The European Space Agency’s radio antenna in Spain beamed the waltz into deep space towards Voyager 1, the world’s most distant spacecraft over 15 billion miles away. The … Read more
The latest installment in the Miyagi-verse, “Karate Kid: Legends,” has arrived in theaters, introducing a new underdog hero, Li Fong. The film follows Li’s journey as he faces off against Conor, a Brooklyn karate champ, in a high-stakes tournament to win money for his friend Mia’s father. To defeat Conor, Li seeks the help of … Read more
Fossil hands from southern Africa have provided valuable insights into the daily lives of early human ancestors. Researchers analyzed fossil hands from Australopithecus sediba and Homo naledi, dating back 2 million and 300,000 years ago respectively. The study found that these ancient populations relied on climbing as well as handling stones for tool-related tasks. The … Read more
Blue Origin recently sent six people to space on a suborbital spaceflight that marked a significant milestone for the company. The NS-32 mission, which took place on May 31, carried six individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Texas, Mexico, Panama, Canada, and New Zealand. The flight was part of Blue Origin’s standard NS-32 flight, which has … Read more
The Trump administration’s trade policy aims to bring manufacturing jobs back to the US, but experts at Bank of America (BofA) disagree. According to a recent survey of 1,000 global companies, reshoring, or moving production stateside, has peaked and will continue to slow. The BofA team found that companies are shifting their production from China … Read more
Nintendo has issued a warning to users of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, advising against removing the console’s film layer due to concerns about damaging the screen and scattering fragments. The film layer is designed to prevent damage in the event of an accident, and attempting to remove it can void the warranty. The official … Read more
HMD’s first smartwatch, the Rubber 1, is reportedly launching with a built-in camera. Leaks suggest that one of the two Wear OS-powered smartwatches, also known as Rubber 1 and Rubber 1S, may include this feature, marking its debut for Google’s Wear OS software. The HMD Rubber 1 is expected to focus on kids, providing a … Read more
A devastating bridge collapse in neighboring regions of Russia has resulted in the deaths of at least seven people and injured over 76 others. The accident occurred when two bridges simultaneously collapsed, derailing both a freight train and a passenger train. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/06/01/russia-bridge-collapse-bryansk-kursk
OpenAI’s bold vision for its AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT, is poised to bring a familiar business model into the fold: advertising. The company’s acquisition of former Apple designer Jony Ive’s design firm has led to plans to ship 100 million units of its sleek AI companion device, with investors expecting significant returns. However, this growth comes … Read more
R&B singer Robin Thicke has finally tied the knot with his longtime partner, April Love Geary. The couple exchanged vows in an intimate beachside ceremony in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, six years after getting engaged in 2018. Thicke, 48, and Geary, 30, have shared glimpses of their special day on social media, with videos and … Read more